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Sep 19, 2011

Green tea may protect skin from inflammation and sun damage


With so many African American skin care products on the market, it can be difficult to know what separates one from the other. One thing to look for is the ingredients, since many products are filled with chemicals and nothing natural. Skin care products for black skin that contain green tea and pomegranate extracts may be a better choice for keeping skin healthy and looking great.


Researchers believe that green tea can benefit the body, but what about the skin?


"Taken altogether, the evidence certainly suggests that incorporating at least a few cups of green tea every day will positively affect your health," says Diane McKay, PhD, a Tufts University scientist who studies antioxidants, quoted by WebMD.


The Bellingham Herald recently ran an article from RetailMeNot.com stating that green tea may combat acne, infection and inflammation of the skin.


The news provider mentioned that green tea has also been shown to help protect against the harmful UV rays of the sun. Avoiding sun damage is one of the best ways to keep skin from aging, and using cosmetics with green tea extract may be one way to help your skin retain a youthful glow.  

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